Tripepi Smith communications contract expansion
Summary
The City is spending $2.6 million more on its outside PR firm, bringing the five-year total to $5.55 million — up from roughly $1 million spent last year. Two councilmembers voted no, questioning whether the value justifies the cost.
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Last discussed Jul 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adds $2,614,000 to city spending on communications services for a total of $5,552,000 through December 2028.
Residents get expanded city communications, social media, and outreach services.
Dissenting councilmembers and several public speakers argued the cost to taxpayers is excessive and called for competitive bidding.
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